You guys always bail me out on this topic. Okay, so this old jointer had a 3 phase motor that I’m replacing. I’ve acquired an appropriate single phase motor and an appropriate switch to accompany it. Must I figure out how to wire through this electrical panel on the side of the jointer’s cabinet, or was that only needed for running 3-phase? I mean, if possible, it seems like having the electrical cable running to the wall socket from the on/off switch, which is then wired to the motor would be the simple way to go. Why is that the wrong idea? Thanks in advance! (See photos)
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Nope, that is the 3 phase motor starter. You probably could start the new motor by using one of the 3 circuits but your far better off with a new single phase magnetic switch.